ICSC 0038 - DICHLORPROP

DICHLORPROP	ICSC: 0038 (June 2011)
2-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)propionic acid 2,4-DP Dichloroprop

CAS #: 120-36-5

UN #: 3077

EC Number: 204-390-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames. NO contact with hot surfaces.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention if skin irritation occurs.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe burns.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Sore throat. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause damage to kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.

DICHLORPROP

ICSC: 0038

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance ODOURLESS COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOWISH CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating or on burning and on contact with hot surfaces. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including phosgene (see ICSC 0007) and hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). The solution is a weak acid. Attacks many metals in the presence of water.	Formula: C₉H₈Cl₂O₃ / C₆H₃Cl₂OCH(CH₃)COOH Molecular mass: 235.1 Melting point: 117-118°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.4 Solubility in water: none Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.43 Vapour pressure: negligible Flash point: 204°C o.c.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOWISH CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating or on burning and on contact with hot surfaces. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including phosgene (see ICSC 0007) and hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). The solution is a weak acid. Attacks many metals in the presence of water.

Formula: C₉H₈Cl₂O₃ / C₆H₃Cl₂OCH(CH₃)COOH
Molecular mass: 235.1
Melting point: 117-118°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.4
Solubility in water: none
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.43
Vapour pressure: negligible
Flash point: 204°C o.c.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the skin.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the kidneys. This may result in tissue lesions.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the skin.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the kidneys. This may result in tissue lesions.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal.

NOTES
Other melting points: 114°C (technical product). Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 21/22-38-41; S: (2)-26-36/37

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